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The NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne (The National Socialism Documentation Center) is a memorial site that is housed in the EL-DE Haus, the headquarters of the Cologne Gestapo. The NS DOcumentation Centre is the largest regional memorial site in Germany for the victims the Nazi regime. The centre is dedicated to memorializing these victims as well as research and teaching about Cologne's history during the period. The exhibition documents life in Cologne during the Nazi era and the museum also organizes various tours and workshops.

DENS-Dokumentationszentrum
DEEL-DE-Haus

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology War

#3 History & Anthropology in Cologne #14 History & Anthropology in North Rhine – Westphalia #2 War museums in North Rhine – Westphalia #158 History & Anthropology in Germany #22 War museums in Germany #96 War museums in Europe

#3 History & Anthropology in Cologne #14 History & Anthropology in North Rhine – Westphalia #2 War museums in North Rhine – Westphalia #158 History & Anthropology in Germany #22 War museums in Germany #96 War museums in Europe
National Socialism Documentation Center
Appellhofplatz 23-25
50667 Cologne

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 18:00
Friday
10:00 – 18:00
Saturday
11:00 – 18:00
Sunday
11:00 – 18:00

Public Holidays: 11am – 6pm
1st Thursday of the month (except public holidays): 10am – 10pm

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Admission

Adults€4.50
Reduced€2.00
School ChildrenFree
Trainees€2.00

Reduced Price:
People with disabilities (50% or greater) (one accompanying person free)
Volunteers a
Recipients of unemployment benefits and basic social security benefits

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Location & Map

Appellhofplatz 23-25, Cologne

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    The National Socialism Documentation Center in Cologne, Germany, offers a sobering and informative look into the city's history during the Nazi era. Located in the former Gestapo headquarters, the museum presents a comprehensive account of the rise of National Socialism and its impact on Cologne and its residents. Visitors appreciate the well-curated exhibits that include personal stories, photographs, and artifacts, which effectively convey the gravity of the period. The museum's focus on local history provides a unique perspective on how Nazi policies affected everyday life in Cologne. Many reviewers mention the emotional impact of seeing the preserved prison cells in the basement, where political prisoners and forced laborers were held. While the content can be heavy and disturbing, it is presented in a respectful and educational manner. The museum offers audio guides and information in multiple languages, making it accessible to international visitors. Some visitors note that the exhibition space can feel cramped during busy times. Overall, the National Socialism Documentation Center is considered an important site for understanding the darker aspects of German history and serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences of totalitarianism.

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